7 Activities for Seniors with Alzheimer's or Dementia
For decades—and even longer—dementia was associated with a diminished quality of life. We now know that is simply not the case: Seniors with Alzheimer...
Supporting an Aging Parent? Here's How to Know It's Time for Help
So often, adult children will say they “want to do what’s right” in support of an aging parent. They want to provide all the care and support possible, but sometimes it gets to be too much. There comes a point where outside help, or even a change to ...
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Important Packing Tips to Consider When Moving to Senior Living
Our possessions are more than just inanimate objects. They tell stories about our lives and families. They’re sources of sentimental—or financial—valu...
Can Stress Cause Dementia?
Life can be stressful. Busy jobs, financial woes, family obligations, the ups and downs of married life, and so much more mean the reality is that few...
How Much Does Independent Living Cost?
Whether you are quickly approaching retirement or simply beginning to dream about what that might look like for you, a question that might pop up in y...
A Sneak Peek Into 5 Common Senior Living Activities
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Best Books on Dementia for Children of Older Adults
There’s a common misconception that people with dementia can’t maintain meaningful relationships. But 80 percent of people with dementia can effective...
How Old Do You Have to Be for Senior Living?
If you are talking about senior living options for yourself or an aging loved one, you may be wondering just how old do you have to be for senior livi...
The Risks of Choosing Assisted Living by Cost
The increasing cost of living is always among the top financial concerns that keep seniors up at night, so it can be tempting to evaluate assisted liv...
Aging Parents and Depression: Warning Signs to Watch For
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, more than 6.5 million seniors in 2009 suffered from depression. The statistic may be eight years...